Is K9 Advantix safe around cats?

K9 Advantix contains two active ingredients. One, imidacloprid, is also in Advantage. It protects against fleas but not ticks, and is generally safe for use in cats.

Is Advantix II safe for cats?

Advantix contains permethrin, a synthetic pyrethroid insecticide that is highly effective against ticks. It also contains imidacloprid, the same flea-killing agent found in another Bayer product called Advantage. Imidacloprid is safe and effective in both cats and dogs.

Why is Advantix toxic for cats?

The signs of permethrin toxicity are very unpleasant. The chemical affects the cat’s nervous system causing tremors/shaking, twitching, oversensitivity to touch and sound, walking as though drunk and, in severe cases, seizures or fits.

Can I pet my dog after applying K9 Advantix II?

The remnants of K9 Advantix stay on your dog’s skin for up to 48 hours. The company suggests you wait until the product is completely absorbed into their skin. Therefore, you should not touch your dog for at least 48 hours after applying the product.

How toxic is permethrin to cats?

Exposure to even small quantities of concentrated permethrin can cause severe and fatal poisoning in cats. Only use treatments that are licensed for cats. These do not contain a toxic level of permethrin for cats.

What do I do if I put Advantix on my cat?

If you accidentally applied dog flea and tick medication to your cat, contact your veterinarian, an emergency veterinarian, or an animal poison control center immediately. The sooner you treat it, the less poisonous it may be and the less expensive it may be to treat.

How long does it take for Advantix to work on cats?

Advantage® II for cats kills fleas within 12 hours of application.

How long does Advantix take to work on cats?

within 12 hours
Advantage® II for cats kills fleas within 12 hours of application.

How long after flea treatment can I pet my cat?

24-48 hours
Avoid petting your cat for 24-48 hours in the spot where you applied a topical medication. These treatments aren’t harmful for humans, but it’s important that as little as possible is removed from the cat and soaked through human skin.

Can a cat survive permethrin?

While permethrin and pyrethrin are safe for many animals, including dogs, it is highly poisonous to cats. The reason cats are sensitive to these compounds is that they are unable to break down these toxins as they lack the liver enzyme to do so.

Is permethrin safe for cats after drying?

It looks like the answer is yes it is safe after it drys, Do not expose cats to wet permethrin as it affects their central nervous system. This is not true with dogs, horses, or cows. Cats can be around permethrin treated fabrics once the application has dried.